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Top 7 Hiring Mistakes for Startups
Avoid these pitfalls and build a team of talented employees.

The Key to Retaining Sales Talent
Good salespeople are worth their weight in gold. That's why it pays to reward them with a pair of golden handcuffs.

Finding a Fantastic Virtual Assistant
Pattie Simone learns first-hand that hiring an assistant she's never met can be tricky but fruitful.

Body Language Speaks Louder Than Words
Hire smart by looking past what references say about former employees and finding out what they mean.

Harness a Hiring Expert
For big-company resources at reasonable prices, call an HR consultant.

Bringing In a CEO
Sometimes it’s best to give up your company’s top job.

Posting Jobs Online, the Right Way
Looking for new hires online? To find the best candidates, do it smart.

Hiring Your First Employees
Learn how to draw the best employees to your business when creating your startup team.

12 Benefits of Hiring Older Workers
Looking for dedicated, focused, loyal employees? Your search is over.

Check 'Em Out on MySpace
Social networking sites spark unofficial background checks.

Hiring Your First Salesperson
Are you getting too much business to handle yourself? Here's how to find a salesperson that'll support your growing startup.

The Key to Hiring Right
What's the key to finding the right team? Hire people with a passion for your mission.

Checking Into a Temp's Past
What you don't know about a temp's shadowy past can hurt you.

Having Trouble Finding Tech Employees?
Why are so many entrepreneurs struggling to find qualified tech employees?

Hiring Your First Employee
Looking to bring your first employee on board? We'll help you understand the legal requirements of hiring staff so you don't hit any rough waters down the line.

Bringing an Entrepreneurial Employee on Board
Is hiring an entrepreneurial-minded employee a big risk or a smart bet?

Build Your Management Team
If the time has come to admit you can't do it all, this guide can help you figure out just who you need on your executive team, where to find them and how to hire them.

Hiring Executives With Experience
Independent companies seek experienced execs to foster new growth.

Hiring New Employees
Need more help for your growing business? Our expert walks you through the hiring process from start to finish.

Hiring a Manager
The people who run your business while you're out are some of the most important staff members you'll hire. Use these tips to help you find and interview managerial candidates.

Hiring and Orienting a New Employee
Finding new workers is a complicated task. Use this how-to to help you keep the details straight so that you can find the best candidate.

The Many Uses of a Job Description
It's not just for screening candidates anymore. Today, business owners are finding numerous ways to put an employee's job description to work for them.

Recruiting and Hiring Top-Quality Employees
Follow these tips to ensure you'll bring the right people into your company.

Peering In
Peer-to-peer interviews give you a closer look at how prospective employees will get along with your staff--but be careful whom you introduce them to.

How to Write a Job Analysis and Description
Make sure you know what you're looking for in an employee before you actually start looking. Use these guidelines to help.

Do You Need a Chief Operating Officer?
Answer these four questions to determine if your startup really needs a full-time COO.

Intern Burn
Hired the ultimate intern from hell? Here's how to avoid making the same mistake twice.

Use Job Applications and Resumes to Narrow the Field
Get the most out of these prescreening tools by understanding what to look for.

Finding Administrative Help
If your one-man show could use a little help, check out these five sources for clerical assistance that won't break the bank.

Here to Stay
When you're looking for new hires, temps may not be as temporary as you might think.